Dallas: JFK Assassination Tour & Oswald Rooming House

Summary

Walk Dealey Plaza hear stories at the Grassy Knoll see Oswald’s old room

You’ll walk Dealey Plaza and stand on the Grassy Knoll as your guide shares stories from November 1963—then step inside Oswald’s old rooming house and see his world up close. Includes entry to the Sixth Floor Museum and transport in a small group van. You might leave with more questions than answers—but that’s part of what makes Dallas’ history so gripping.

What’s the experience like?

We stepped out of the van right at Dealey Plaza, and I’ll admit, it felt strange — like walking into a photograph you’ve seen a thousand times. Our guide, Marcus, didn’t rush us. He just let us stand there for a second, looking up at the sixth floor window. There was this hum from the traffic and some distant church bells — but mostly it was quiet. I caught myself staring at that white X on Elm Street longer than I meant to. It’s weird how real everything feels when you’re actually here.

We moved over to the Grassy Knoll (it’s smaller than I expected), and Marcus pointed out where people were standing that day in 1963. He told us stories about witnesses — some of them are still around Dallas, apparently — and he didn’t shy away from all the conspiracy theories either. Someone in our group asked about the umbrella man, which made Marcus laugh. “You’ll hear every theory in this city,” he said. The air smelled like cut grass and exhaust; I kept thinking about how normal everything looks now.

The part that surprised me most was visiting Lee Harvey Oswald’s old rooming house. Mrs. Roberts, who runs it now, met us at the door. She showed us Oswald’s tiny bedroom — still set up like he’d just left for work — and told these little details about his routines (she said he always left his shoes by the bed). The hallway creaked under our feet; it felt almost too personal, honestly. After that we stopped by the Texas Theatre where Oswald was arrested — popcorn smell mixing with old velvet seats. That part stuck with me more than I expected.

I still think about the walk between stops, all of us kind of quiet after hearing certain stories. There’s something heavy but also fascinating about seeing these places up close with someone who knows Dallas inside out. If you’re even a little curious about what happened here, this JFK assassination tour from Dallas is worth your time — just be ready for more questions than answers by the end.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — JFK assassination sites and museum tour

• Pickup from central location
• Visit Grassy Knoll and car route
• Explore Dealey Plaza and JFK Memorial
• Stop at Texas Movie Theater in Oak Cliff
• See Lee Harvey Oswald's home and Tippit site
• Tour Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

Top questions

How long is the JFK assassination tour in Dallas?

The tour lasts approximately three and a half hours.

Does this tour include entry to the Sixth Floor Museum?

Yes, entry to the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza is included.

Is transportation provided during the JFK assassination tour?

Yes, you travel between sites in an air-conditioned van after an initial walking portion.

Will we visit Lee Harvey Oswald’s rooming house?

Yes, admission to Lee Harvey Oswald's former rooming house is included on this tour.

Is there much walking involved on this Dallas JFK tour?

The first hour involves walking around Dealey Plaza; after that you'll ride in a van.

Are children allowed on this JFK assassination tour?

Yes, children are allowed but must be accompanied by an adult; special rules apply for kids under 3 years old.

How many people are on each tour group?

The maximum group size is 13 travelers per van.

Are bathroom breaks available during the tour?

No bathroom break is available until reaching the Sixth Floor Museum stop.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup from a central Dallas location, live commentary throughout from your local guide, entry tickets to both the Sixth Floor Museum and Lee Harvey Oswald Rooming House, plus comfortable transport by air-conditioned van after an initial hour of walking around Dealey Plaza and its landmarks.